Learn to Coach

Special Olympics sees our volunteers coaching in two main areas; those that are preparing athletes for Provincial, National and World Games, and those who will work with athletes in their community who wish to be active for life. For this reason, we provide coach education that focuses on reaching the potential of both athletes and coaches in these two sporting areas.

To receive sport technical knowledge, a Special Olympics coach must also participate in the sport-specific workshop. These workshops provide the necessary knowledge in order to coach the technical aspects of the sport. Special Olympics Canada does not run workshops pertaining to the technical aspects of Special Olympics sports. This is accomplished through our partnerships with national sport organizations (NSOs) and provincial/territorial sport organizations (P/TSOs).

REMINDER: Volunteer Coach on-boarding process and Special Olympics requirements outlined in our current policies

• Submit Annual Volunteer Form
• Submit Criminal Record Check (age 18+ only) every year for the first 3 years, and every 3 years for volunteers who are active 3+ years.
• New Volunteers must complete the Online SOPEI Orientation.
• New Volunteers must complete the CAC Safe Sport course.
• All volunteers that are designated as head/assistant coaches in your program must complete required NCCP training – Head Coaches (within 1 year) Assistant Coaches (within 2 years).

Looking for more information?

More information and resources for volunteers and coaches is available on our Resources for Volunteers and Coaches page.

Please contact us today with any questions you have on your coach education pathway!